Meet Your Shop Manager + Social Media Assistant
Char Walter-Dodge
SHOP MANAGER + SOCIAL MEDIA ASSISTANT
she/her
becoming a rare bride changed everything for me.
before coming into the shop, i was convinced wedding dress shopping just wasn’t meant for me. but here, i walked into a space where i actually had options, and for the first time, i got to experience bridal without shame attached to sizing.
that experience completely shifted my mindset as a bride, and i knew i wanted to help other people feel that way too. what i love most about rare is how inclusive + empowering the environment feels. we give brides permission to take up space, feel confident, and celebrate themselves exactly as they are.
when i’m not at rare, my husband and i are usually planning our next trip, trying local restaurants, biking the oak leaf trail, or taking our husky, tucker, to his favorite beer gardens. otherwise, you can probably find me curled up with a book + my two cats dreaming about snorkeling the great barrier reef one day.
current song in rotation: my spotify is always playing some sort of 90's + early 2000's throwback
zodiac sign: leo
favorite local spot: saffron and room service - i can't choose between these two and you can't make me!
favorite dress: heidi by essense of australia
What our brides have to say about Char...
“i had the absolute BEST experience finding my wedding dress thanks to char! from the moment i walked in, she made me feel so comfortable, confident, and truly cared for. i was honestly nervous going into the appointment, but char turned the whole process into something easy, stress-free, and actually fun! she listened to everything i was hoping for, pulled the most beautiful options, and somehow just knew what would work for me. her energy is warm, uplifting, and genuine—she made me feel so special every step of the way. thanks to char, i found my dream dress and had a day i’ll never forget. if you’re a bride looking for someone who is patient, kind, and incredibly talented, i can’t recommend char enough. she’s truly amazing!”
- peyton a.
“char made finding my wedding dress one of the happiest and easiest parts of wedding planning. she was patient, genuinely excited for me, and had an incredible eye for what would look and feel right. she listened to what i wanted, offered thoughtful suggestions, and made me feel so confident and comfortable throughout the whole appointment. i ended up with a dress i’m absolutely in love with — and it’s all thanks to her! if you’re looking for someone who truly cares and makes the experience special, ask for char. she’s the best!”
- sarah g.
“i had such an amazing experience at rare bridal bar - my bridal stylist was char and she was so much fun to work with!! the whole appointment was great from start to finish and the whole rare team was so fun and amazing cheerleaders! i would definitely recommend this experience to any bride that is curvy or plus size - it was so great to try on dresses that really fit and not have to “imagine” what i would look like.”
- michaela c.